1991 Ferrari C62 vs. 2003 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2003 Panoz Esperante is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari C62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari C62 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari C62 (588 HP) has 270 more horse power than 2003 Panoz Esperante. (318 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari C62 should accelerate faster than 2003 Panoz Esperante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 170 kg more than 1991 Ferrari C62.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Ferrari C62 (723 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Panoz Esperante. (426 Nm). This means 1991 Ferrari C62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Panoz Esperante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari C62 | 2003 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Ferrari | Panoz |
| Model | C62 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3368 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 588 HP | 318 HP |
| Torque | 723 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Top Speed | 375 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 59 L |
